Are you looking to build your career in procurement, category management, or supply chain? Do you enjoy working with data, building relationships, and supporting commercial decision-making? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity to develop your skills within a leading procurement and supply chain organisation.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for an ambitious and proactive Category Buyer to support procurement and category management activities across a range of spend areas. Working alongside experienced Category Managers, you’ll gain exposure to supplier management, procurement projects, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement, helping to deliver value for customers and the wider business.
This role would suit an Assistant Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Officer, Procurement Analyst, or someone looking to take the next step in their procurement career.
Location: Warrington (3 days a week in the office)
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting procurement exercises, tenders, and sourcing projects.
- Analysing spend, supplier, and market data to identify trends and opportunities.
- Producing reports and insights to support commercial decision-making.
- Building positive relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
- Assisting with supplier and contract performance management activities.
- Supporting the development and delivery of category plans and improvement initiatives.
- Providing excellent customer service and procurement support across the business.
About You
- Experience in procurement, purchasing, administration, supply chain, or a related commercial role.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confident working with data and spreadsheets, with good analytical ability.
- Well organised, proactive, and keen to learn.
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks and priorities.
- Knowledge of procurement processes or public procurement regulations would be beneficial, but not essential.
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Why Join Inprova?
At Inprova, you’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation, professional development and making a real difference. We champion diversity, promote flexible ways of working and are committed to helping our people succeed and grow.
In return we offer a fantastic benefits package including:
- Income Protection – 75% of salary covered if unable to work due to illness (post-probation).
- Life Assurance – 4x basic salary paid as a tax-free lump sum (post-probation).
- Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – Fully funded cover with family extension options (post-probation).
- Health Cash Plan – Reimbursement for medical expenses & discounted gym membership (post-probation).
- Pension Scheme – 5% employer match with salary exchange option.
- Holiday Trading – Buy or sell up to 5 days annually (available in December).
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Salary sacrifice bike purchases up to £1,000 (post-probation).
- Electric Vehicle Scheme – Lease an EV via salary sacrifice (eligible after 12 months).
- Employee Support Services – Access to legal, financial, bereavement, and medical advice (immediate eligibility).
- Exclusive Mobile Deals – Discounted EE contracts for employees & up to 5 friends/family.
- Childcare Voucher Scheme – Support for working parents.
Join our team and be part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to making a meaningful difference for our planet and society.
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